Land Development

Property developers it is said need to be both “Jacks and Masters of all trades”. 

Transforming a long neglected property on the outskirts of town from mud and brush into new homes and workplaces take vision, imagination and perseverance. The people who can do this are few. The best of them are skilled at design, construction management, finance, marketing and sales. They have to be. With today’s valuations and thin profit margins, skill (and luck) make the difference between success and failure.

We have the privilege of working with this rare breed of businessperson. We understand the risks. We understand all aspects of the process. We know how our clients can cut their risks to a minimum. Long before the sod is turned, developers have assembled a team of professionals that includes input from design, building, legal and financial professionals.  They put ideas to paper. They go before the community with public forums. They listen and take that input into consideration when they make their first presentations to city planners and Land Use Committees. Each of these steps and disciplines has its' own particular challenges and risks. Some can be insured – some cannot.

We understand what is involved.

Talk to us! Derek Haddleton or Chris Haag. 604-437-6200